Uksinjeong

Adult dose

1 tablet per dose, taken three times daily 30 minutes after meals.

This medicine may put strain on the liver, so those consuming more than three alcoholic drinks daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Due to the ingredients contained in this medication, rare but severe skin rashes or allergic reactions may occur, so if a rash or itching develops, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. Since it contains acetaminophen, caution should be taken to ensure that the daily dose does not exceed 4,000mg, and it should not be taken with other medications containing acetaminophen. Individuals allergic to this medicine or its ingredients, or those who have experienced asthma, infants under three months old, or those currently taking certain antidepressants or psychiatric medications should not take this medicine. Individuals with lactose intolerance or specific genetic conditions should also avoid this medication. During treatment, do not take other medications containing cough suppressants, cold medicines, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Children with chickenpox or suspected influenza, individuals with allergic tendencies, or those with a history of medication allergy symptoms should consult a professional before taking this medicine. Individuals with liver, kidney, heart, thyroid disorders, diabetes, high blood pressure, gastrointestinal diseases, or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also seek advice before taking. If symptoms such as rash, itching, vomiting, or dizziness occur after taking the medicine, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist. Especially if symptoms such as hives, difficulty breathing, severe skin rash, jaundice, or cough and difficulty breathing occur, seek immediate medical attention. This medicine should not be given to children under two years old, and if absolutely necessary, it should be administered under a doctor’s supervision. Follow the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines strictly and avoid long-term use, and refrain from alcohol during treatment. Adverse reactions may occur when taken with specific medications, so consult a professional if you are taking other drugs.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor (anaphylactic shock)\nSevere rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)\nAsthma\nYellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), general lethargy (liver dysfunction)\nShortness of breath or difficulty breathing, cough with fever indicating respiratory abnormalities (interstitial pneumonia)

Mild side effects

Rash, redness (flushed skin), itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, swelling, dizziness, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

Drug interactions

Do not take this medicine with oral medications containing cough suppressants, cold medicines, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines.\nConsult your doctor or pharmacist if taking diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroids, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants.\nPatients taking barbiturates or tricyclic antidepressants should consult their doctor or pharmacist.

Food interactions

Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine.

This medicine may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to maintain the effectiveness of the drug for a longer time.

Appearance

Yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/PTP